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Parliament Monsoon Session

Parliament Monsoon Session

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Monsoon Session: Government likely to table 5 new Bills; ‘delimitation package’ not on agenda for now

Parliament monsoon session 2026 LIVE: Parliament to kick off today; delimitation, women's reservation and more on agenda

Parliament monsoon session 2026 LIVE: The monsoon session of the Parliament is all set to kick off today amid turmoil in the Trinamool Congress and a fresh push for the delimitation and women's reservation bills.

Opposition walkout, objection to TMC rebels getting invite set stage for Day 1 of Parliament session

The monsoon session is set to test the Opposition’s unity after 20 TMC MPs and six Sena (UBT) lawmakers decided to switch over to the NDA.

FCRA bill aims to bolster oversight, not target any religion: Centre

The proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 is slated to be taken up during the Monsoon Session of Parliament.

CPI(M) opposes introduction of Bill to give Vande Mataram legal protection, calls it unconstitutional

John Brittas filed a notice under Rule 67 opposing the introduction of the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, arguing it breaches the constitutional settlement on the National Song’s status

Parliament Live Updates: Monsoon session set for a stormy start as Opposition likely to raise NEET leak, Ram Temple ‘theft’

'No need for storm': PM Modi in big message ahead of Parliament Monsoon Session

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed hope that the Monsoon Session of Parliament would be “productive”. Ses

What’s the agenda for the Monsoon session | Explained

The government has listed five new Bills for the Monsoon Session of Parliament; The government has neither formally confirmed nor denied reports that it may bring back a revised version of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill during the Monsoon Session

'Recite Vande Mataram without teleprompter': Sanjay Raut dares PM Modi, Amit Shah

Sanjay Raut's remarks came as Amit Shah is set to introduce a Bill in the Rajya Sabha to amend the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971.

Amid Skyroot praise, PM Modi's '56-year-old youth' jibe at Rahul Gandhi

India is advancing with a growth rate of 7.7 percent, the PM said and added there is a need to take the country forward through collective effort.

You cannot arm-twist government: Kangana Ranaut slams Opposition for creating ruckus in Parliament

Kangana Ranaut, took a dig at Opposition for disrupting parliamentary proceedings, asserting that an elected government has the right to decide its functioning 

India Maintains 7.7% Growth Rate Despite Middle East Crisis: PM Modi

PM Modi addresses media at the start of Monsoon Session of Parliament on July 20th. (Representational)

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: Rajya Sabha Adjourned For The Day

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: The session will conclude on August 13

PM Modi urges constructive parliamentary debate

The Prime Minister said reforms initiated by his government “have given courage to youth to dare to take commendable steps”

‘New category’: Mahua Moitra slams Centre over ‘traitor bench’ seating arrangement for rebel TMC MPs

The TMC leader argued that the traditional layout of the house has been compromised to accommodate the rebel group, creating what she labelled a new parliamentary classification

Nine newly-elected members take oath in Rajya Sabha

The members who took the oath represent the states of Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Rajasthan and West Bengal

Parliament Monsoon Session updates on July 20, 2026: Opposition's demand for discussion over question paper leaks rocks both Houses

The Government has listed five Bills for Monsoon Session; no mention of delimitation legislation

‘No widespread issues’: On E20, govt faces question in Parliament, minister say this in reply

In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Suresh Gopi said the Ethanol Blending  Programme has been implemented through a phased, scientifically validated process.

Monsoon Session off to a stormy start amid Opposition protests

Opposition raises NEET paper leak, Ram temple donation theft issues

Protests find echo in both Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha as Monsoon Session begins

Hope arguments & facts get respect, constructive spirit necessary, says PM Narendra Modi

Chaos on Parliament streets amid CJP protest echoes in House on opening day of monsoon session

The Lok Sabha was adjourned 7 times and the Rajya Sabha six. Amid the din, only a bill to raise the number of SC judges could be tabled in the Lok Sabha

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: Centre to push Vande Mataram bill on Day 2

Parliament monsoon session 2026 LIVE: Day 1 ended with repeated disruptions in both Houses as Opposition members demanded discussions on NEET paper leaks and the Ram Mandir donation theft case. The Opposition also demanded the resignation of Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

PM Modi hails 7.7% growth rate, says ‘no chaos when there are facts’ in customary address before monsoon session

The Prime Minister referred to the youth's aspirations amid the Cockroach Janata Party's protests in the capital city.

Parliament monsoon session: Opposition slams Modi, Rahul calls him ‘anti-youth’ PM

Opposition leaders on Monday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Union government over the students’ protest outside Parliament.

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Day 2 Live Updates: Opposition looks to corner Centre over CJP crackdown

Centre tells SC fresh tribunal reforms Bill likely in Monsoon Session

Attorney General R Venkataramani made the submission before a bench led by CJI Surya Kant, which was hearing a batch of petitions concerning functioning of central tribunal

Parliament fails to function for the second day

Opposition members protest over alleged NEET paper leak, police crackdown on students protesting in national capital and Ram Temple donation theft

Rahul Gandhi Went Back On His Word After His Demand Was Accepted: Minister

Singh said the Centre agreed to the Congress' demand for discussions in Parliament, but another clause was added by Gandhi.

The Daily Catch-Up: Parliament showdown, Delhi protests and more

Washout in both Houses amid Opposition uproar over paper leaks, police action

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Day 3 Live Updates: After 2 washouts, both Houses brace for more storm over Delhi protests

Day After Dharna , Opposition's Black Dress Protest At Parliament

The Opposition has been demanding a discussion in Parliament on the NEET issue and the police crackdown on student protesters in the capital on Monday.

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: Govt tells Opposition it is ready to discuss paper leaks on one condition

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: Opposition MPs staged a protest in Parliament on Wednesday, Day 3 of the monsoon session. They were dressed in black to demonstrate against the Centre over its handling of student protests and irregularities in the exam system.

Monsoon session: Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule meet PM Modi in Parliament

Both Sharad Pawar and MP Supriya Sule had earlier joined the protestors at Jantar Mantar on July 21, urging the Centre to ‘sensitively consider the demands’ and take appropriate action

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 3 updates: Government says ready to discuss paper leak; Pradhan must resign first, says Kharge

Both days were marked by protests and sloganeering with no business conducted in both the Houses so far

Congress vs Samajwadi Party In Lok Sabha? Akhilesh Yadav Clarifies

Akhilesh Yadav in Parliament on Wednesday

Parliament Monsoon Session Highlights: Government Ready For NEET Paper Leak Debate In Lok Sabha, Opposition Seeks Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Parliament Monsoon Session Live Updates: The CJP, a movement against paper leaks that started after Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant termed the youngsters "cockroaches", has been sitting at Jantar Mantar since June 20.

Opposition seeks withdrawal of Kalyan Banerjee's suspension, meets Speaker

When there was a din in the House, the Chair read a suspension notice, and Kalyan Banerjee was suspended for the rest of the session; it was a totally wrong decision, said veteran TMC leader Saugata Roy

Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee suspended from Lok Sabha for remainder of Monsoon Session

As soon as the House assembled at 2 p.m. after the second adjournment of the day, Krishna Prasad Tenneti, who was chairing the proceedings, referred to a complaint filed by members with the speaker against Mr. Banerjee and said his remarks had hurt the dignity of the House.

A Debate In Parliament Is Preferable To Public Disorder

Rahul Gandhi reassures allies, says Opposition will maintain close coordination on protest strategies

At INDIA bloc meet, Congress leader tries to smooth ruffled egos; says allies were not deliberately kept out of the loop on the protest at the PM’s residence; insists decision was sudden, could not be communicated in time

Amid Opposition-Government tussle, Lok Sabha disrupted for 3rd straight day

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Day 4 Live Updates: Opposition seeks urgent debate over NEET leak, police action on students

Parliament session LIVE: Oppn, NDA MPs stage protests; Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha adjourned again

Parliament session LIVE: The INDIA bloc MPs reiterated their demands for the dismissal of the union education minister, with leaders raising slogans like “Dharmendra Pradhan istifa do”.

What is Rule 267 in Rajya Sabha?

The caveat in the rules is that a suspension can only occur for a matter already listed in the day’s business, meaning that the matter of discussion(business) should be listed in the topics for discussion in the Rajya Sabha for that day.

Parliament stalled again as Opposition continues to seek Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation

Rajya Sabha functions for less than 10 minutes on Thursday morning before being adjourned twice; Leader of the House J.P. Nadda terms the Opposition’s conduct ‘highly irresponsible’; Opposition members continue to raise slogans in the Lower House, forcing repeated adjournments

The National Democratic Alliance’s increased strength in the Lok Sabha since 2024 | Graphics

As the monsoon session began this week, the Trinamool Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) rebel factions have added 26 more seats to the NDA camp to 318 MPs

Parliament Session 2026 Highlights: Opposition MPs Protest At Parliament Over NEET Leak, Demand Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Live Updates: A day earlier, the BJP alleged that Congress MP and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP), Rahul Gandhi, was running away from the duties of the Opposition and instead "only attempting to create a ruckus".

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Day 5 Live Updates: Parliament set for fresh showdown between opposition and ruling party today

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 5 highlights: Both Houses adjourned for the day amid Oppn. protests; Bill to give Vande Mataram legal protection introduced in RS

Both Houses have seen repeated adjournments as the demand for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation took centrestage

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026: Vande Mataram Bill Introduced In Rajya Sabha Amid Sloganeering

Amid ruckus, Bill to punish insult to National Song introduced in Rajya Sabha

Objections raised by Left MPs against the introduction of Bill defeated by voice vote

Bill criminalising insult to Vande Mataram introduced in House

Here's What J P Nadda Told Lok Sabha On MBBS Seats, Doctor-Population Ratio

For 2026-27 academic session, 9,911 new MBBS seats have been added, taking the total count to 1,36,939.

Rahul guns for Amit Shah over ‘pellets fired’ at CJP march, govt plans bill move as Parliament session resumes

Rahul Gandhi has said Amit Shah first has to answer why Delhi Police acted the way it did at Cockroach Janta Party's ‘Sansad Chalo’ march on July 20.

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Live Updates: Centre to introduce Public Examinations Amendment Bill, Opposition issues adjournment notices

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: Packed agenda in both houses; anti-paper leak bill in LS, national honour law in RS

Parliament monsoon session LIVE updates: According to the Lok Sabha's List of Business for July 27, Union minister Jitendra Singh will introduce the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026.

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE: Govt To Table Anti-Paper Leak Bill In Lok Sabha

India News Live Updates, 27 July 2026: Heavy security around Jantar Mantar after CJP protest disperses, RAF fired pellet rounds at marchers, Centre to introduce Public Examinations Bill, Bihar bandh clashes

BJP MPs Welcome Dharmendra Pradhan To Parliament, Congress Fumes

Dharmendra Pradhan being welcomed by ruling MPs as he arrived in Parliament on Monday

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 6 updates: No discussion on Bill against paper leak in Lok Sabha today as House adjourns for the day

INDIA bloc parties are set to press for an urgent discussion in Parliament on the alleged use of excessive force against students protesting over the NEET paper leak

Decoding Parliament's Rulebook: How MPs Push For Debates On Key Issues

Parliament has a set of rules that give MPs several opportunities to raise matters

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Highlights: Om Birla Gives Centre, Opposition 3 Hours To End Deadlock On Anti-Paper Leak Bill

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026, Paper Leak, Vande Mantram Bill Live: The day's proceedings are scheduled to begin at 11:00 am with Question Hour, during which questions listed separately will be taken up for oral answers by ministers.

Parliament may end week-long deadlock today, anti-paper leak bill to be debated

Parliament may end week-long deadlock today, anti-paper leak bill to be debated

End to Parliament impasse in sight, Lok Sabha may take up bill on exam reforms today

Parliamentary proceedings may resume Tuesday after Lok Sabha Speaker's outreach to break impasse. The government's bill on paper leaks is likely to be discussed in the lower House. A discussion on the Vande Mataram bill may begin in the Rajya Sabha. Opposition members have moved many amendment notices to the public exams bill. Both sides continued to trade charges while inching towards a resolution.

Parliament today: Bills, debates and key business

Modi, NDA leaders meet in Parliament

How Saayoni Ghosh went from Mamata's firebrand MP to govt defender in Parliament

How Saayoni Ghosh went from Mamata's firebrand MP to govt defender in Parliament

Watch: Rebel TMC leader Kakoli Dastidar sits in front row with PM at NDA meet

Watch: Rebel TMC leader Kakoli Dastidar sits in front row with PM at NDA meet

Babus, mantris & buzz: Speculation Around Potential Cabinet Reshuffle Resurfaces as Parliament Reconvenes

One in three AIIMS faculty posts vacant, government tells Parliament

Private Banks Collect ₹4,949 Crore In FY26 Minimum Balance Charges, PSBs ₹2,138 Crore: Centre Tells Parliament

Disruptions continue in Rajya Sabha, House adjourned for seventh day

Opposition members continue to protest demanding apology from government for the police action against protesters

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Highlights: Paper Leaks Reflect Structural Flaws, Says Shashi Tharoor In Lok Sabha

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Live Updates: In the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh will move the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 for consideration and passage.

Net FDI Recovers To $6.95 Billion In FY26 Despite Higher Investor Repatriation, Govt Tells Parliament

FCI sold rice to ethanol plants below acquisition cost, Rajya Sabha told

The revelation came via a question by MP Ashok Singh to the Minister of state for consumer affairs, food and public distribution Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya.

Amit Shah to introduce Registration of Births and Deaths Amendment bill in Lok Sabha today

The Lower House will also continue further consideration of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026.

'RaGA using abusive language': Rijiju

Rajya Sabha Erupts As Kharge Demands Action Against 'Unauthorised' Intervention; JP Nadda Defends Police Response As 'Normal Law & Order' | Video

'Idiot, andhbhakt': Lok Sabha uproar over Rahul Gandhi's remarks; BJP slams 'unparliamentary' language

Hitting back, union parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju interrupted the speech and flagged problems with Gandhi's speech.

Rahul Gandhi's 'andhbhakt' jibe creates ruckus in LS

Bill to make delayed registration of births and deaths more stringent introduced in Lok Sabha

According to the Bill, the system will largely remain unchanged for births or deaths reported between one and two years after the event

Home Minister authorised shooting of students: Uproar over Rahul Gandhi's remark

Home Minister authorised shooting of students: Uproar over Rahul Gandhi's remark

When Rajnath Singh intervened, urged Treasury benches to let Rahul Gandhi speak

When Rajnath Singh intervened, urged Treasury benches to let Rahul Gandhi speak

Opposition, BJP clash in Rajya Sabha over police action at CPI(M) headquarters

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge questioned the legality of the police action and demanded accountability from those who authorised it.

Watch: Rahul Gandhi attacks Amit Shah in Lok Sabha, Kiren Rijiju hits back

Watch: Rahul Gandhi attacks Amit Shah in Lok Sabha, Kiren Rijiju hits back

'Only tear gas used, no shots fired': Centre counters Rahul's charge, demands apology

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 8 highlights: Anti-paper leak bill passed in Lok Sabha by voice vote

MP Praveen Chakravarthy moved a motion under Rule 267, demanding the suspension of the day's business to address what he termed a "misleading reply" by the Ministry of Jal Shakti regarding the Cauvery water dispute

"Only Magistrate Can": Minister Rebuts Rahul Gandhi's Firing Order Charge

Earlier speaking in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi trained guns at Home Minister Amit Shah blaming him for the crackdown on the protesters.

Rahul Gandhi had ‘FOMO’: Jitendra Singh’s Gen Z jab during Parliament clash

'They Can Turn Off The Mic, Not Students' Echo': Rahul Gandhi Announces Press Meet After Claiming BJP Stopped His Parliament Speech

How MPs 'clocked' Gen Z lingo in Parliament: 'MIA', 'kuchu puchu' and other words decoded

'I Don't Have Time To Listen To Him': Devendra Fadnavis Reacts To Rahul Gandhi's Lok Sabha Speech Targeting Govt Over CJP Protest

Hecklers, lowlives: Mahua Moitra on NDA MPs who disrupted Rahul Gandhi's speech

Hecklers, lowlives: Mahua Moitra on NDA MPs who disrupted Rahul Gandhi's speech

'Amit Shah has to go': RaGa escalates attack on govt

Rajya Sabha adjourned twice as Opposition demands Amit Shah’s presence over protest crackdown

Opposition parties protest police action against demonstrators and Delhi Police’s attempt to arrest former JNUSU president Aishe Ghosh at CPI(M) headquarters; House disrupted twice before noon

Rahul Gandhi attacks government, RSS over students’ protest in Lok Sabha

The Congress leader also launched a sharp attack on the RSS, accusing it of influencing the education system and shaping what students are taught

Gov aims to pass key bills including FCRA amid fears of parliamentary logjam

The government is aiming to pass key bills such as the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill and the FCRA.

Nothing less than Rahul Gandhi's apology: BJP

Parliament Committee calls for upgrading washery infrastructure to spur domestic higher-quality coal production

The Standing Committee on Coal, Mines and Steel noted in their latest report that many washeries of Coal India have outlived their designed operational life and are constrained by legacy technology.

Parliament to take up SC judges, exam reform bills

No Naxal-affected district in the country: Govt informs Rajya Sabha

There is no Naxal affected district in the country and after nearly six decades of violence, the country became free from Left Wing Extremism which was once considered one of the biggest threats to the internal security of this country, minister of state for home affairs Nityanand Rai said on Wednesday in a reply to a Parliament question in the Rajya Sabha

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Day 9 Live Updates: Lok Sabha to consider Bill raising Supreme Court judges’ strength to 38

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: Opposition to protest today over ‘police action’ on CJP protesters, ‘pellet gun use’

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi maintains that Union home minister Amit Shah was "either culpable or incompetent" over the alleged police action and called for an independent probe monitored by the Supreme Court.

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE: Anti-Paper Leak Bill In Rajya Sabha Today

Bill to provide statutory framework to Indian Statistical Institute up for introduction in LS

Bill to provide statutory framework to Indian Statistical Institute up for introduction in LS

PM chairs high-level security meet in Parliament; top ministers, Ajit Doval present

PM chairs high-level security meet in Parliament; top ministers, Ajit Doval present

Video: A Poster Of "20 Traitors" And Priyanka Gandhi-Trinamool MP's Banter

Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee and Priyanka Gandhi in Parliament

Reeks of guilt: Rahul Gandhi attacks Amit Shah over Parliament absence, violence

Reeks of guilt: Rahul Gandhi attacks Amit Shah over Parliament absence, violence

'Universities Are Being Filled With RSS People Alone': Kharge Slams Centre During Paper Leak Debate In Rajya Sabha

'Threatening Violence': BJP Over M Kharge's Remark On Amit Shah In Parliament

Home Minister Amit Shah and LoP Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge

Priyanka Gandhi, Kalyan Banerjee Discuss Congress-TMC History Amid Parliament Protest

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 9 highlights: Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day after passing anti-paper leak law

Opposition plans to seek a discussion on the embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: Rajya Sabha Adjourned Till Tomorrow

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: The session will conclude on August 13

Opposition protests police action against students, Ram temple donations

The protesting MPs lined up behind a banner that read 'who gave the order', an apparent reference to the directions to security personnel to use lethal force against student protesters

BJP submits breach of privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi

BJP submitted a privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha. He is accused of demeaning Parliament and insulting citizens with his remarks. BJP seeks an unconditional apology from the Congress leader. The notice cites rules regarding defamatory allegations against individuals. The matter has been sent to the privilege committee for inquiry.

Minister in RS: Potential conflict of interest in RDI Fund disbursement

Parliament Monsoon Session Live: Opposition MPs to stage protest at Parliament again over police action on protesters

Parliament Monsoon Session Live: Opposition MPs to stage protest at Parliament again over police action on protesters

Allahabad HC biggest contributor to backlog of decades-old cases

The country’s judicial backlog continues to be weighed down by decades-old litigation, with the Allahabad High Court emerging as the single biggest contributor to long-pending cases in the higher judiciary, according to data placed before Parliament by the Centre

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Day 10 LIVE: Bill to increase Supreme Court judges likely to be discussed in Lok Sabha today

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: NDA hails paper leak bill; academics seek Priyanka's apology over ‘gaumutra’ remark

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: After the anti-paper leak bill was passed in the Parliament Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge questioned whether the government's reforms would bring any real change to the examination system, saying replacing a minister alone was not enough.

Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day

NEET, Ram Temple row leave Question Hour unanswered

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 10 highlights: Lok Sabha passes Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, adjourns for the day

Rajya Sabha scheduled to take up the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026

Modi chairs Cabinet meet amid Parliament deadlock

One case filed on basis of CAG reports in past 5 years: Union Law Minister

‘Minister lied’: KC Venugopal’s motion against Jitendra Singh for ‘no firing’ remark

‘BJP went into emergency mode after Rahul Gandhi’s attack’: Gaurav Gogoi

Government Likely To Introduce Foreign Funding Amendment Bill Next Week

The monsoon session of Parliament began on July 20.

Congress says PM Modi owes apology to youth, not ‘forgiveness’

Jairam Ramesh alleged that PM Modi routinely attacked his predecessors and political opponents and used Parliament and public speeches to ‘peddle lies’ against them

Rahul Gandhi faces FIR for 'insulting Sanatan Dharma' during Parliament protest

Rahul Gandhi faces FIR for 'insulting Sanatan Dharma' during Parliament protest

Live: Ram Mandir donation theft row, protest crackdown set stage for stormy 3rd week in Parliament

Live: Ram Mandir donation theft row, protest crackdown set stage for stormy 3rd week in Parliament

Opposition to seek Shah statement on police action

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: Proceedings to resume amid House impasse; 4 key bills on agenda

Parliament monsoon session LIVE: The government is looking to introduce four bills in the house today amid ongoing protests from the opposition over Amit Shah's response to the crackdown on student protests and the Ram Mandir donation theft row.

Lok Sabha clears bill to increase number of Supreme Court judges, without debate

The Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026. This bill seeks to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges. The legislation will now be sent to the Rajya Sabha for its consideration. The government argues this increase will improve judicial efficiency and speed. The sanctioned strength was last increased in 2019.

Amid Opposition protests, Rajya Sabha passes MSME Bill

The Bill, which replaces the 2006 Act, provides for the notification of a national digital platform for the free and voluntary registration of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs)

Opposition MPs protest over Ram Temple donation theft

Members of the Samajwadi Party, who took part in the protest, say till now ₹47,000 has been collected and the money would be donated to the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and a receipt would be taken

Opposition toughens stand, washout of session likely

Parliament's monsoon session faces potential washout amid opposition demands. Opposition insists on discussing Ram temple donations and police actions. Union ministers criticize opposition for boycotting legislative proceedings. Bills were passed without debate due to the ongoing parliamentary standoff. The government has not yet assured discussions on the opposition's key demands.

Parliament news LIVE: Sitharaman to introduce taxation bill in Lok Sabha; Congress seeks discussion on defection law

Parliament news LIVE: Congress MP Manish Tewari sought the suspension of Question Hour, Zero Hour, and all other listed business of the day to discuss the need for a new anti-defection law to curb what he termed "mass political defections" driven by opportunism.

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Highlights: BJP Accuses Opposition Of Disrupting Parliament Throughout Monsoon Session

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: The 'Mangal Milan' meeting is virtually the rebranded weekly NDA parliamentary party strategy session held to foster constructive debate and seamless alliance alignment.

‘Why can't Modi, Shah come to House?’: Oppn, CJP ask as Parliament remains disrupted

CJP spokesperson Saurav Das questioned why Shah had not appeared in Parliament to respond to the Opposition's demands.

BJP accuses LoP Rahul Gandhi of “selective approach” to students’ protests

Sambit Patra alleges that despite crores of rupees being spent on every session of Parliament, Question Hour and Zero Hour have been repeatedly disrupted, depriving MPs of an opportunity to raise issues

Live: Govt-Opposition face-off to continue over Amit Shah's statement on pellet gun use

Live: Govt-Opposition face-off to continue over Amit Shah's statement on pellet gun use

Lok Sabha to take up these key financial bills today:

Rahul Gandhi's Clear No To Kiren Rijiju's Delimitation Bill Request Amid House Logjam: Sources

Kiren Rijiju met Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday morning amid House logjam

Parliament deadlock: Rijiju meets Rahul to break logjam; Shah may speak on FCRA bill

"Delhi Is Dangerous": What PM Modi Told New NDA Rajya Sabha MPs

PM Modi met over 30 new NDA MPs on Wednesday morning

Govt may call special session for delimitation, women's quota bills on Aug 17

Govt may call special session for delimitation, women's quota bills on Aug 17

Lok Sabha passes Bill on banker's books without debate

Kiren Rijiju also accused Congress, the CPI and the Samajwadi party of being against Lord Ram and demanded that they apologise to the nation

Govt-opposition stand-off continues as Rahul sticks to demand for Shah’s statement

Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju reached out to Rahul Gandhi to discuss the possibility of allowing House business

Parliament deadlock for 13th straight day as Opposition protests alleged Ram Temple scam, police action against protesters

Both Houses witnessed repeated disruptions over the alleged Ram Temple donation scam and the Opposition’s demand for a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah on police action against protesters

Learn from senior MPs, stay clear of ‘Delhi intrigues’: PM to new NDA RS MPs

Modi also instructs the MPs to guard against the misuse of their letterhead and avoid being rude to people over phone

'No Proposal To Extend Parliament Session': Kiren Rijiju Nixes Speculation Over August Special Sitting

There Is No Escaping The ‘Male Gaze’ Even In The Lok Sabha

With all eyes on delimitation & FCRA, Parliament monsoon session sinks deeper into deadlock

Parliament has hit yet another impasse as the opposition protests continue for the thirteenth day. Despite this, the government succeeded in passing important legislation, including the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill and a bill concerning Supreme Court judges. In an effort to resolve the deadlock, minister Kiren Rijiju met with opposition figures, while Prime Minister Modi focused on discussing strategies with BJP Members of Parliament.

No Proposal To Extend Monsoon Session: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

The proposed Bill had earlier failed to pass through the Lok Sabha during the Budget Session in April

No special Parliament session planned, says Kiren Rijiju amid women's quota buzz

No special Parliament session planned, says Kiren Rijiju amid women's quota buzz

Opposition MPs flag poor SC, ST, women representation in higher judiciary in RS

Opposition MPs flag poor SC, ST, women representation in higher judiciary in RS

No complaints on Prasar Bharati autonomy, Centre tells Lok Sabha

No complaints on Prasar Bharati autonomy, Centre tells Lok Sabha

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Highlights: Lok Sabha Adjourned For Day

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates

Rijiju meets Rahul in bid to end Parliament logjam

Parliamentary Affairs Minister says there is no proposal to hold Special Session to push through women’s quota and delimitation Bills; Cong. presses for Shah’s statement, debate on donation row

PM Modi's foreign visits cost Rs 74.5 crore this year, govt tells Rajya Sabha

PM Modi's foreign visits cost Rs 74.5 crore this year, govt tells Rajya Sabha

Rajya Sabha passes Appropriation No.3 Bill

Echo sentiments of Opposition to Home Minister: Rajya Sabha Chairman tells government

Thursday, August 6, saw a heated exchange between Leader of the Opposition and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in Rajya Sabha

Lok Sabha Passes Taxation Bill Without Debate Amid Opposition Protests; Extends Tax Incentives And UPI Reform

'We are not enemies': Rijiju meets Rahul again to break Parliament logjam

Opposition protests disrupt Monsoon Session; most bills cleared with little debate

Opposition protests disrupt Monsoon Session; most bills cleared with little debate

₹557.51 crore spent on PM Modi’s trips to 77 countries since 2021: Govt

Government told Parliament PM Modi’s visits to 77 countries since 2021 cost ₹557.51 crore and resulted in 316 agreements across key sectors.

House panel flags fertilizer shortage, calls for proper mechanism to address it

Centre’s responses to scarcity created by West Asia war were largely reactive, parliamentary panel says; it calls for a permanent joint fertilizer command and monitoring cell, to provide ‘continuous, real-time coordination’ on supply of fertilizers during every cropping season

P.J. Kurien urges Speaker to ensure Home Minister’s presence in Lok Sabha

Veteran Congress leader says that he was disappointed over the 'non-functioning’ House and its ‘failure’ to ensure the accountability of the government and avoid the ‘consequent stalemate’

Rajya Sabha clears Appropriation Bill for expenditure of ₹54,067 crore

Responding to a demand for greater financial assistance to Jammu and Kashmir, the Finance Minister said the Union government bears the entire salary and pension of Jammu and Kashmir Police, amounting to approximately ₹13,000 crore annually

Kharge-Rijiju face-off in Rajya Sabha; opposition stalls House over Amit Shah

The Rajya Sabha approved the Appropriation Bill, 2026, authorizing fund withdrawals for excess expenditure. Opposition members repeatedly demanded Home Minister Amit Shah's presence in the House. Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju was asked to convey their sentiments to Shah. Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge sought the Home Minister's statement on student police action. The opposition also requested the Prime Minister's apology for the alleged police excesses.

BJP to Congress: Let House function, Amit Shah will come

The BJP has called out Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge for allegedly spreading misinformation. They assert that Home Minister Shah is present at Parliament House, but is unable to participate due to ongoing protests. Continued disruptions by the opposition hinder legislative work, yet Shah is ready to address their concerns directly. The BJP confirmed Shah is in his office daily, awaiting the resumption of parliamentary activities.

Centre nears completion of its legislative agenda amid Opposition din

The Union government has almost entirely cleared its legislative agenda, taking advantage of the Opposition-sponsored protests, getting seven bills passed in the Lok Sabha and six in the Rajya Sabha with five more days left in the ongoing monsoon session of Parliament.

No direction by the chair to HM to come to House, only observation: Rijiju

Union parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju said no direction was given by the chair to the home minister to come to the house adding that it was an observation

Parl adjourned for day amid Oppn protests

Parliament proceedings were adjourned for the day on Friday amid continued protests by Opposition members over the NEET paper leak and alleged theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.The Lok Sabha was adjourned till Monday after repeated disruptions, with the Question Hour washed out and Zero Hour ending within 16 minutes.Amid the din, the Lok Sabha passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 without debate. Papers and reports of various Parliamentary committees were also tabled.Opposition members have been demanding a statement from Home Minister

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Highlights: Both Houses Adjourned For The Day

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Highlights: The session will conclude on August 13

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla criticises Opposition for stalling House proceedings

Birla urged members to follow parliamentary decorum and said that democracy could be strengthened through discussion and dialogue.

Lok Sabha Adjourned Till Monday Amid Opposition Protests Over NEET Leak, Police Excesses & Ram Temple Donation Theft | Video

'When He Starts Speaking...': Minister On Amit Shah Query, Congress Hits Back

The Congress MP, who was walking to his car at the Parliament complex amid light rain, let out a laugh when it was put to him that the Parliamentary Affairs Minister has claimed that the Opposition would won't be able to digest it when the Home Minister replies in the House.

'Avoid Lutyens web': PM Modi's advise to 45 NDA MPs at breakfast meet

In the meeting, which also included the rebel factions from the Uddhav Sena and Mamata Banerjee's TMC, PM Modi said: "No one should say anything trashy on TV. Maintain full dignity at all times. Engage actively in social media through Facebook, Instagram and X; interact with youth, inform government welfare work, encourage youth for sports activities." Modi advised the MPs to follow the party line and calmly present their views on every issue.

Home Minister Amit Shah meets Lok Sabha Speaker Birla amid House logjam

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju asserted in the Lok Sabha that the Opposition cannot dictate which Minister will come to the House and respond

BJP, Congress Issue Whips As Parliament Heads For Final-Week Showdown

Although the government has managed to pass several important bills, attention is now focused on two specific ones: the Constitution Amendment Bill regarding delimitation and women's reservation, and the FCRA Amendment Bill concerning foreign contributions

Parliament Monsoon Session: Opposition cannot dictate which Minister should answer in the House: Rijiju

On August 6, the Speaker asked Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju to "echo the sentiments of the Opposition" to Amit Shah and "consider the request" for his presence in the House

Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde Slams Opposition Over Parliament Deadlock, Says Govt Ready For Debate On Every Issue

PM meets NDA MPs over breakfast, raises concern over Parliament disruptions

Opposition wants Amit Shah in House; government says 'not your call'

Opposition protests continue, lampooning Home Minister Amit Shah for his absence from Parliament. Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju stated the opposition cannot dictate ministerial attendance. He asserted Shah is actively working and his presence deters extremists and terrorists. Opposition MPs disrupted proceedings, demanding Shah address police action against protesters. The Lok Sabha passed a bill amid the din, with further confrontation anticipated.

Prime Minister flags Parliament disruptions with new NDA entrants

Prime Minister Modi highlighted the unwavering stability of his administration since 2014, remarking on the contrasting volatility of leadership in Britain. He embraced new members into the NDA coalition, asserting that their partnership is attuned to regional interests and developmental needs. Additionally, Modi underscored the critical necessity for growth in eastern India, showcasing a dedication to inclusive progress.

No direction from Rajya Sabha Chair to Amit Shah: Rijiju amid Opposition uproar

The remarks came as the Opposition, led by Mallikarjun Kharge, continues to demand Amit Shah's statement on alleged police brutality during student protests.

‘If you have courage, try controlling RSS’: Cong's jab at Centre over FCRA Bill

Opposition parties plan to strongly protest the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill. This legislation is expected to be introduced in Parliament during the Monsoon Session. Congress leaders allege the bill targets minorities and NGOs, deeming it unconstitutional. They also raise concerns about student protest handling and delimitation proposals. Opposition parties are preparing for parliamentary debates and potential legislative actions.

Live: Big govt bills still in limbo as Parliament logjam enters final 4 days

Live: Big govt bills still in limbo as Parliament logjam enters final 4 days

Strong defence order books must translate into faster execution: Parl panel

The robust order books of defence public sector undertakings must translate into timely execution of projects, adherence to delivery schedules, and sustained expansion of manufacturing capabilities, a parliamentary panel has told the defence ministry

Tribunal bill likely to be introduced in Lok Sabha today

The Union government is likely to table The Tribunal Reforms Bill, 2026, which proposes creation of long-pending National Tribunals Commission (NTC) to oversee the selection process for filling up the vacancies in various tribunals across the country, in the Lok Sabha on Monday, according to the List of Business, on the Lok Sabha’s website

4 Days Left For Monsoon Session, Key Bills Missing In Parliament Agenda Today

The Monsoon Session began on July 20 and will continue till August 13

"Culpable Or Incompetent": Rahul Gandhi Slams Centre Over Protest Action

Rahul Gandhi said the government had either authorised the police action or was not aware of it. In both cases, he said the government must be held responsible.

WATCH: Renuka Chowdhary Dons 'Modiya-Bind' Glasses Takes Satirical Swipe At Modi Govt In Parliament

Kangana Ranaut Nails Monsoon Parliament Appearance In Handwoven Saree, ₹35 Lakh Birkin Bag & ₹21 Lakh Rolex

Govt introduces NCDC Bill for direct co-op funding

Babus, mantris & buzz: MPs were taken aback when they saw meticulous monitoring

After Rahul's 'fifth row' seat last year, govt says LoP to sit after ministers on I-Day

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 16 updates: Rajya Sabha returns The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026

The FCRA Bill is expected to be taken up in the discussion of the Opposition leaders

'PM Modi or Amit Shah don't have guts': Rahul turns up heat amid Parliament showdown

Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi reiterated that the Union home minister Amit Shah must make a statement on police action against students protesting against NEET paper leak. The Congress leader said apart from Amit Shah's statement PM Modi should apologise for what happened and he called for an accountablity over the donation theft in Ayodhya Ram Mandir. Rahul said opposition was not "interested in Amit Shah's fantasy conversations".

Shah will reply to debate on students’ agitation but Opposition must listen peacefully: Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said the government is ready to respond to the Opposition’s concerns over students’ agitation, but urged Opposition members to listen peacefully during the debate. Rijiju’s remarks came amid protests and disruptions in Parliament over the issue.

After Rahul Gandhi's "Want Debate In Parliament" Demand, Kiren Rijiju's "Don't Run Away" Swipe

Kiren Rijiju responded to Rahul Gandhi's comments on holding a debate in parliament

BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi, Congress of changing goalposts, disrupting House

The government has never shied away from taking up any issue, senior leader J.P. Nadda says; challenges the Leader of the Opposition to debate any issue in the Lok Sabha

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Highlights: Both Houses Adjourned Till 2 pm Amid Opposition Protest On Various Issues

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates:

Lok Sabha passes Tribunals Reforms Bill amid din

According to the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026, its key aim is to improve efficiency, ensure independence, transparency and uniformity in the qualification and appointment of chairpersons and members of various tribunals

Govt hints at JPC for FCRA Bill, opposition demands total rollback

Amid disruptions, Birla asks govt, Opposition to arrive at common ground to let House function

Since the Monsoon Session began on July 20, the Lok Sabha could not complete the Question Hour and several Bills were passed amid din without a debate

After CJP and Opposition protests, NDA counters with ‘Rahul, bhaago mat' march in Parliament

The past 16 days of the monsoon session can be summarised with sloganeering, protests and quick adjournments.

'Zealots overlooked human nature': Tharoor questions full Vande Mataram rendition

Opposition not changing goalpost, consistent in its demand from beginning: Kharge on Parliament logjam

Kharge also said that the students' protest in Jharkhand is a "separate issue" and asked whether every single issue can be taken on a single day

7 Passed In 36 Minutes: Monsoon Session Saw Many Bills, But No Question Hour

The government managed to complete its legislative agenda despite the uproar.

Kerala name change, co-operative sector bills cleared without debate as Lok Sabha deadlock continues

Opposition has virtually stalled proceedings of House over its demand that Amit Shah make a statement on the use of force against student protesters in Delhi and the alleged donation theft in Ram Temple

Monsoon session: Security steps in as protesting rival MPs come face to face

Amid disruption, Lok Sabha passes 2 more bills sans debate

'Ready For Detailed Debate On Student Protests At 3 PM': Amit Shah Challenges Opposition To Submit Letter | VIDEO

John Brittas claims BJP MP called him ‘lungi wala’ during his Parliament address: ‘Proud to be a Malayali’

The CPI(M) leader also moved a privilege notice against Sushmita Dev and criticised the use of stereotypes in parliamentary discourse.

'I Am Totally Frustrated': Kiren Rijiju Slams Opposition For 'Running Away' From Parliament Discussion

'Amit Shah Knows The Way To Parliament': Mahua Moitra’s Sharp Dig At HM | VIDEO

Over 7,000 minutes, Rs 175 Crore: Cost Of Monsoon Session Disruptions

According to available figures, 7,023 minutes have been wasted in this session. Given that the Lok Sabha incurs an expenditure of approximately Rs 2.5 lakh per minute, Rs 175 crore has been lost so far.

Why road accident death figures differ in govt reports, Gadkari tells Rajya Sabha

The Centre said differences in India’s road crash death figures across MoRTH and NCRB reports stem from varying state and UT reporting methods.

Kangana Ranaut slams Rahul Gandhi over remarks on Amit Shah: ‘He makes mockery of the country’

Kangana's comments came after Rahul said he was not interested in hearing Shah’s response following the latter’s ‘prolonged absence’ from Parliament.

Opposition ‘fled’ from meaningful debate in Monsoon Session, says BJP chief

Throughout this entire session, the conduct of Rahul Gandhi and the entire opposition exposes their anarchic mindset and anti-democratic thinking, says BJP president

Ready for long debate, can answer any question but oppn doesn’t want it: Shah

With hours left, Parliament heads for a tense Monsoon Session finish

With hours left, Parliament heads for a tense Monsoon Session finish

NCDC bill passed in Upper House amid Opposition walkout

The bill amends the National Co-operative Development Corporation Act, 1962, to broaden the Corporation’s mandate and enable it to extend loans and grants directly not only to cooperative societies but also to other organisations engaged in cooperative development, provided the funds are ultimately used for the benefit of cooperatives.

Ruckus in Parliament over attire: John Brittas and Sushmita Dev trade barbs

Communist Party of India (Marxist) MP John Brittas alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP’s) Sushmita Dev had made a disparaging remark about his attire and moved a motion of privilege against her.

Lok Sabha Productivity In Monsoon Session At 19%, Rajya Sabha At 39% : Know Which Year Saw The Most Washouts After 2009

Rajya Sabha Chairperson regrets disruptions during Monsoon Session; House productivity only 39%

C.P. Radhakrishnan rued that members did not make the fullest use of the opportunities to raise the voice of the people

Parliament Monsoon Session highlights: 'Very successful' in terms of business as 12 Bills passed, Rijiju says as session draws to close

Scheduled to end on Thursday, the Monsoon Session of Parliament has seen little business (with no Question Hour and several Bills being passed amid disruptions) as the Opposition demanded Amit Shah's response to the use of police excess on protestors

Din, disruptions and a dozen bills: Monsoon Session comes to a close

The disruptions had two key flashpoints. One was the police crackdown on students at Jantar Mantar and the other was the alleged theft of Ram Temple donations.

Opinion: Opinion | Indian Parliament And The Perils Of Empty 'Swagger'

Indian MPs - on all sides - have found a dangerous new way to game the Parliament. And so far, they all are winning

Jairam Ramesh Lists 5 'Opposition Achievements' In Monsoon Parliament Session, Says BJP Failed To Secure 2/3 Majority

12 bills passed, but only one debated in Lok Sabha during Parliament Monsoon Session

12 bills passed, but only one debated in Lok Sabha during Parliament Monsoon Session

Rahul hugs Congress leader, calls it PM's foreign policy. Then Meloni jibe follows

Rahul hugs Congress leader, calls it PM's foreign policy. Then Meloni jibe follows

Modi government ‘rattled’ by Opposition unity in Parliament, says Congress

The party said the Opposition succeeded in ensuring that the government could not push through five crucial Bills, including the one on delimitation

Perfect storm of Monsoon Session comes to an end

As soon as the House met for the day, all six stanzas of the national song were played, following which Speaker Om Birla adjourned the House sine die

Monsoon Session fell victim to Rahul Gandhi’s ‘arrogance, indiscipline’, says BJP

Senior BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad said at a press conference that the Monsoon Session of Parliament “fell victim to the arrogance, indiscipline, and unruliness of one leader”, referring to the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha

Rs 13,355 crore released for 6 nuke projects in 5 years, Centre tells Parliament

Rs 13,355 crore released for 6 nuke projects in 5 years, Centre tells Parliament

Lok Sabha productivity at 15% in Monsoon Session, among lowest in 2 decades: Data

Lok Sabha productivity at 15% in Monsoon Session, among lowest in 2 decades: Data

Centre delists 18 protected monuments since 2021, Parliament told

Centre delists 18 protected monuments since 2021, Parliament told

Oppn wrests narrative in paralysed House

‘Adjectives keep changing’: Kharge attacks PM Modi over ‘Naraz Fufa’ jibe at Cong

25 days on, Parliament's Monsoon Session still not prorogued, Congress asks why

Congress questions the delay in proroguing Parliament's Monsoon Session. The party alleges the government seeks numbers for Delimitation Bills. This follows a previous setback in the Lok Sabha over a similar bill. Parliament was adjourned sine die on August 13 after nineteen sittings. Twenty-five days have passed since the session's adjournment.

Monsoon Session on ‘ventilator’ as Shah seeks two-thirds majority for Delimitation Bills: Congress

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh says it was unusual that the session had not yet been prorogued, 25 days after both Houses were adjourned sine die on Aug. 13

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